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Shipping off the Kent Coast (pen and grey ink and watercolours on paper)
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Shipping off the Kent Coast (pen and grey ink and watercolours on paper)
1217912 Shipping off the Kent Coast (pen and grey ink and watercolours on paper) by Bonington, Richard Parkes (1802-28); 15.8x23.5 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, UK; (add.info.: Richard Parkes Bonington, after, according to Noon 2008
Pen and grey ink and watercolours over pencil with scratching out on wove paper); eAshmolean Museum; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23386484
© Ashmolean Museum / Bridgeman Images
Cask Floating Kent Land Romanticism Sail Sails Sea Gull Shipping Waves Westernart Barrell
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This artwork, titled "Shipping off the Kent Coast" by Richard Parkes Bonington, transports us to a serene maritime scene. The delicate strokes of pen and grey ink combined with watercolours on paper bring this picturesque moment to life. Measuring 15.8x23.5 cm, this print is housed in the prestigious Ashmolean Museum at the University of Oxford. Bonington's talent shines through as he captures the essence of ships gracefully sailing along the coast. The boats' billowing sails catch a gentle breeze while seagulls soar above, adding an element of movement and freedom to the composition. The artist's attention to detail is evident in every brushstroke, from the meticulously depicted waves crashing against the shoreline to each carefully rendered cask aboard one of the vessels. The painting exudes a sense of romanticism that was characteristic of Bonington's work during his short but influential career in early 19th-century England. His ability to capture both land and sea creates a harmonious balance between nature and human activity. As we gaze upon this mesmerizing piece, we are transported back in time to witness a moment frozen forever on paper – a testament not only to Bonington's artistic prowess but also to his ability to evoke emotion through his masterful technique. This print serves as a reminder of our enduring fascination with maritime scenes and their timeless allure.
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